- Maren Gifford, Mendca Correspondent writes:

Space Clash Continues in Mendca

Over 127 dead and even more wounded as conflict continues in Mendca. Forces of Pirates have engaged the forces of Amerlain in numerous attacks and counter attacks. The conflict that began 12/12/2016 at 06:40 has seen the loss of 7 units on both sides of the battle.

Sources indicate that no end to the conflict can be determined at this time. Contacts within the GTC have indicated that trade routes remain unaffected from the hostilities, however, there may be some delays as combat spills into trade lanes.